Special Education Teacher
Listed on 2026-09-26
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Education / Teaching
Special Education Teacher, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Onward Education is partnering with a school district in Middlesex County, Massachusetts to hire a Special Education Teacher for the 2026/2027 school year
. This is an on-site role supporting a substantially separate classroom for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), providing highly specialized instruction and structured supports to help students thrive academically, socially, and behaviorally. Position Details:
- Location: On-site
- Schedule: 35 hours/week
- School Year: 2026/2027
- Pay: $50-$55/ hour
In this role, you'll lead instruction in a specialized setting designed for students who require intensive, individualized support. Programming may include evidence-based strategies (such as structured teaching/ABA-informed approaches where appropriate), social-emotional and behavioral supports, sensory accommodations, and assistive/adaptive technologies.
Responsibilities:- Develop and deliver individualized instruction aligned to IEP goals and state standards.
- Create a structured, supportive classroom environment with predictable routines and clear expectations.
- Implement accommodations, modifications, and behavior support plans with fidelity.
- Collect data and monitor student progress; adjust instruction based on student performance.
- Collaborate with related service providers, paraprofessionals, and general education staff.
- Communicate consistently with families and participate in IEP meetings and required documentation.
- Licensed/eligible Special Education Teacher (Massachusetts preferred, per district requirements).
- Experience supporting students with ASD and/or significantly impacted learning needs in substantially separate settings.
- Strong knowledge of IEP development, progress monitoring, and compliance documentation.
- Effective classroom management and ability to implement behavior and sensory supports.
- Collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills with staff and families.
- Competitive compensation (W2)
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage options
- 401(k) eligibility
- A dedicated Onward Search Education team to support you throughout the assignment
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